Actress Lee Seo-yi Passes Away, Leaving Fans in Shock

The news of actress Lee Seo-yi's passing has come as a shock, revealed over ten days after her death. Just a week prior, she was actively engaging with fans on social media and had recently appeared in the tvN drama 'Divorce Insurance,' which concluded in May. Born in 1982, Lee graduated with a degree in Czech and Slovak languages from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and earned her master's degree from Pusan National University. She made her acting debut in 2014 with the SBS drama 'Cheongdam-dong Scandal,' which explored the hidden desires and scandals of the affluent Cheongdam-dong area, featuring actors such as Choi Jung-yoon and Kang Sung-min.

Lee's filmography includes notable works like 'Madame Bbang-deok,' 'The King's Affection,' 'Are You Still in Love?', and 'Killing Romance,' where she played the memorable role of the sister to Gong Myung's character, Beom-woo. In addition to her screen roles, she also performed in theater productions like 'Good Doctor' and 'Strange People.'

An avid fan of the Lotte Giants, Lee frequently shared her baseball experiences on social media. Just a week before her passing, she released a sign language version of a music video. The announcement of her death was made by her manager on her social media account, stating, "A brilliant, beautiful, kind sister became a star in heaven on June 20, 2025." The manager expressed condolences and requested prayers for Lee's peaceful journey, inviting those interested in her funeral details to reach out. Many in the entertainment industry, including her co-star Choi Deok-moon from 'Killing Romance,' expressed disbelief and sorrow over the news, with others showing their support through likes on the post.